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 | |
|---|---|
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| You're welcome! | |
