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 | |
|---|---|
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| More or less? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
