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 I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
