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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
