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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
