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 | |
|---|---|
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
