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 | |
|---|---|
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
