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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
