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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
