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 open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
