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 | |
|---|---|
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
