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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
