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 | |
|---|---|
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
