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 | |
|---|---|
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
