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 | |
|---|---|
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
