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? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
