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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
