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? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
