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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
