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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
