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 | |
|---|---|
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
