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 clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
