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 | |
|---|---|
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| What about you? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
