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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Can you start from the beginning, please? | 你能从头讲一讲吗,拜托了? |
She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | 她无法忍受继续看你丑恶的嘴脸了,我猜是这样。 |
Really? Very interesting. | 真的?非常有趣。 |
Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | 是的,请安排一张舒服的桌子。 |
And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | 我还需要一个长柄勺来舀鸡汤,就这么多,我觉得。 |
Okay, why not, if you want. | 好呀,为什么不呢,如果你愿意的话。 |
You too, byee! | 你也是,拜拜! |
And it's totally burnt now, gross! | 现在完全烧焦了,好恶心! |
I see, what about a tenner then? | 明白了,10英镑怎么样? |
...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | ... 哦是的,我想和我的妈妈通话,我指的是琼斯夫人,请! |
Alright! See you, bye. | 没问题!回见,拜拜。 |
That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | 好的,我们可以先做第一件事吗? |
You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | 你变得越来越大方了,亲爱的,谢谢,这个怎么样... |
Thanks for letting me know, bye! | 谢谢你让我知道这些,拜! |
Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | 请给我拿一包香烟。 |
Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | 听起来很棒,可以带我们参观下房间吗? |
Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | 呀,你找到了,非常感谢! |
Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | 见到你很高兴,凯特,待会儿见! |
Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | 你好,约瑟夫,见到你很高兴。 |
Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | 好的,我等你,到时候见。 |