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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
