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 | |
|---|---|
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
