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 | |
|---|---|
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
