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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
