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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
