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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
