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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
