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 | |
|---|---|
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
