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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
