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 | |
|---|---|
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
