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 | |
|---|---|
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
