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 | |
|---|---|
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
