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 | |
|---|---|
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
