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 | |
|---|---|
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
