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'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
