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 | |
|---|---|
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
