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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
