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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
