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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
