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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
