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 I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
