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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
