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 | |
|---|---|
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| More or less? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
