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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| More or less? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
