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 | |
|---|---|
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
