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 | |
|---|---|
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
