English (UK)
An expression is a word or group of words used in a particular situation or by particular people.
In English an expression doesn't always have a particular grammar structure but is commonly used in spoken English.
Examples :
| Expression example sentences | |
|---|---|
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
