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 | |
|---|---|
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| What about you? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
