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 see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
