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 clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
