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 | |
|---|---|
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
