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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
