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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| What about you? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
