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 | |
|---|---|
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
