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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
