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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
