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 | |
|---|---|
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
