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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
