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. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
