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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
