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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
