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 you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
