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 you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
