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 | |
|---|---|
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
