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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
