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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
