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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
