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 see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
