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 | |
|---|---|
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
