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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
