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 | |
|---|---|
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| What about you? | |
| More or less? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
