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 | |
|---|---|
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
