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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| What about you? | |
