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 | |
|---|---|
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
