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 a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
