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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
