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 | |
|---|---|
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
