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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| More or less? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
