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 | |
|---|---|
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| More or less? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
