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 summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
