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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
