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 | |
|---|---|
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
