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. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
