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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
