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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
