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 we have the menu, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| More or less? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
