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 | |
|---|---|
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| More or less? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
