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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
