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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
