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 open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
