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 | |
|---|---|
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
