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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
