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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
