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 look after it carefully, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
