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 | |
|---|---|
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
