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, madam, see you then! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
