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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
