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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
