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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| You too, byee! | |
