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 start from the beginning, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| More or less? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
