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 | |
|---|---|
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
