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 | |
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Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
I'll have 20, please. | |
Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
Hello sir, table for two? | |
Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
Can you leave me alone, please! | |
Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
I see, what about a tenner then? | |
Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! |