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 | |
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Sure, no problem. | |
I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
You're welcome! | |
What about you? | |
Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
Alright, if you say so! | |
I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... |