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 | |
|---|---|
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
