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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
