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 | |
|---|---|
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
