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 stop bothering me, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
