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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
