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 | |
|---|---|
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| More or less? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
