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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| More or less? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
