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 sir, table for two? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
