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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| What about the prices? | |
