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 | |
|---|---|
| More or less? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
