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 | |
|---|---|
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
