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 | |
|---|---|
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
