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 | |
|---|---|
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
