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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
