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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
