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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
