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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| What about you? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
