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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
