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 | |
|---|---|
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
