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 pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| More or less? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
