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, thank you very much. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
