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 done, very clever! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
