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 | |
|---|---|
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
