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, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| What about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
