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 | |
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Alright, see you then. | |
What's her name, by the way? | |
Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
Sure, no problem. | |
Or can you clean this one, please? | |
Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
I need them finely chopped, please! | |
And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
It seems we have to, in any case... | |
Alright, see you soon. | |
I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
I am okay, thanks. | |
Maybe, sorry about that. | |
Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? |