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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
