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 clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
