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 | |
|---|---|
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
