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 | |
|---|---|
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
