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 | |
|---|---|
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
