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 open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| What about you? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
