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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
