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 | |
|---|---|
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
