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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| What about you? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
