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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
