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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
