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 | |
|---|---|
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
