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 leave me alone, please! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
