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. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
