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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
