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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
