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'll have 20, please. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
