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 | |
|---|---|
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
