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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
