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 start from the beginning, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| What about you? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
