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 | |
|---|---|
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| More or less? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
