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 | |
|---|---|
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| What about you? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
