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 we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
