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 pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
