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 | |
|---|---|
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
