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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
