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 peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
