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 will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
