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 guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
