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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
