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, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
