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 | |
|---|---|
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
