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 pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
