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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
