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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
