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 clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
