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'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
