Questions about example sentences with, and the definition and usage of "Expression"

A: I'm not sure about jist but gist means to get the general idea/meaning of what's going on
like you get the gist meaning he got the general idea of what's happening or what is going to happen

A: Gout is a disease that is somewhat common in the US and it causes pain in joints. It is a form for arthritis. 'get the gout' probably means a person had an attack of the disease.

A: It's an expression used when you consider something with all the facts. That doesn't make a lot of sense so I'll give san example.

1. It would be nice to live in a mansion, but when it comes (right) down to it, having a roof over your head is better than nothing.
In this sentence, the speaker is saying that it would be nice to live in a mansion, but considering all the facts, when it comes down to it or as a bare minimum, having a roof over their head is better than nothing.

When it comes down to it can also be used when talking about a crucial moment.

2. Not many people, when it comes down to it, are so selfless.
When I hear this sentence, I feel that the speaker is trying to say that, even at a crucial moment, not many people are as selfless (as someone else). It could also be said as, not many people, all things considered, are so selfless, which is similar to my first explanation, but I don't think that sentence has quite the same feeling.

I hope this made sense. If you need any more clarification just ask^^

A: Basically it means you want to show or express appreciation for other person’s existence! They feel very lucky to have you! Maybe this is a way to say it in Korean 우리가 무슨 복이 있길래 너를 친구으로 뒀을까?
I hope that helps ☺️

A: Do you need Latin phrases?
Or English phrases (that were originally Latin)?

Commonly used Latin phrases:
"Carpe diem" = seize the day
"Et cetera" ("etc.") = and so on
"vice versa" = the other way around

Famous/Commonly used English phrases with Latin origin:
"I came, I saw, I conquered" = veni vidi vici
"To err is human" = from 'errare humanum est'
"Rest in peace" = requiescat in pace
"I think, therefore I am" = cogito ergo sum

A: Do you want sentences with the word ‘regarding’?

A: Why did the boss ask fo see you?
B: He wanted to ask me a question regarding the proposal I submitted yesterday.

**

I sent her a text message regarding the items she must bring for our trip.

**

Mrs Lee gave her lawyer instructions regarding which of her sons would inherit her wealth.

A: yes that’s exactly what it means.
examples//
1) He was wearing blue, but little did he know he was supposed to wear pink.
2) Little did she know that she was going to the dentist.
3) I expected to see Power Rangers, but little did I know they were taking me to see Frozen.

A: Grab something is generally used to express quickness in fetching something. so when we say:
Grab a beer, a drink or a dinner.
Grab lunch!
Grab a seat!
etc...
we mean to go get a beer, a drink, a dinner, or a seat quickly!😃
I think those are the most common uses!

A: Shall we both walk together then?
Shall we both do this together ?
Shall we dance ?

A: Dole out: to give or deliver in small portions (food, money, etc.)
Examples:
I got out my wallet and began to dole out money to all the children around me

A: "at" can mean "in the direction of" or "on the border of" (similar to 까지 in feeling)

"let's throw the ball at the school" can be translated to "공을 학교에서 던지자" or "공을 학교로 던지자".

"stop at the corner" would mean that once you reach the corner, you stop.

so "at the second expression" suggests that you will do something once you reach that second expression, or that you will do something in the direction of the second expression.

"look at the second expression" (action directed in the direction of)
"take out your pencils at the second expression" (action performed once it is reached)

"in the second expression" concerns the contents of the expression.

"look in the second expression for the number of 'e's used"
"the answer to your question is in the second expression".

"expression" differs from "sentence" in that it is a sentence with a figurative meaning. a common one in english is "pinch me, I must be dreaming". it "expresses" one's disbelief, but it not to be taken literaly. pinching the person is not the right response to that statement, if you do, they might respond with "ouch! it was just an expression!".

"expression" is also used in mathematics. a mathematical expression is what is on either side of the = sign in an equation, like 5 + 6.

a "sentence" is any set of words that a grammatically correct that have a subject and a verb in it.

"I eat" is a sentence.

"sentence" also has a second meaning as a punishment given to you through a government as punishment for a crime

A: Use "Are you" when the verb "are" is used in the statement form of the sentence.
Use "Do you" when the verb "are" is not used in the statement form of the sentence

"You walk" - "Do you walk?"
"You do" - "Do you?"

"You are walking" - "Are you walking?"
"You are sad" - "Are you sad?"
"You are" - "Are you?"

A: If I were explaining how to use a phrase like this ( let’s use “straight up” as an example ) it could look like this:
The expression “straight up” is very casual, and should not be used in writing. Instead, its use should be restricted to only spoken conversations.

To make your version natural, you should add the word “when” to make it more specific. So, that would be:

“Straight up” is an expression we use only when speaking.

A: "You can use this expression in daily conversation."

In this sentence "conversation" is used more of a theme or topic. Within the theme of conversation (which could be talking about one or several) you can use this/these expression(s). So within the topic of conversation this expression can be used.

"You can use this expression in daily conversations."

In this "conversations" simply means the plural. So every day you can use this expression in various conversations.

I hope this helps~

A: The phrase 'Please excuse me,' is a polite expression.

To be 'polite' is to be courteous. You would want your children to be polite when they speak to their elders, or when they are in school.

The way a ballerina dances is graceful.

You could say, "She spoke with a graceful expression on her face," but that would be a little clunky. It would be better to say, "She spoke gracefully."

You probably wouldn't describe an expression as graceful. Actions are only graceful in the way they are performed.

Expressions technically could be graceful... but at that point, you'd be talking about the act of expressing. Not what they say, but how they say it.

In summary: You speak politely. You act gracefully.

A: I would say it's very well known.

He is regarded as one of the best salesmen in the company.
Facebook, Tesla, and Google are regarded as the leaders of the tech industry.
She regarded his comment as an invitation to sleep over.

Other similar terms that are also used: considered, took

A: It is a double meaning phrase. To be keen on something means to be very interested in something, or to be excited about it. Keen also means very sharp when applied to a knife. So the whole thing means to be very interested or excited to see something.

A:

Everybody wants things, every single day, and saying – I want… – Is the most direct way to express this. It’s not childish, but as adults we often have to soften What we say in order to be more polite.

I would like… – This is the most common polite version
I’d appreciate it if…
I’d love it if…

These are the kinds of things that people say instead of, I want, but make no mistake – everybody understands that you are saying them because you want something.

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A: You might be thinking of the “Abilene paradox”.

A: × I learned some expressions using the words mountain and tree.
✓ I learned some expressions using words like mountains and trees.

× I've got a real mountain to climb for my work.
✓ “I've got a real mountain to climb for my work.”

× He that would eat that fruit must climb the tree.
✓ Or, “He that would eat that fruit must climb the tree.”

× Lastly, my ideal life is like living in a bed of roses, but I probably choose going with the flow while enjoying even its peak and valley with no fears.
✓ My ideal life is like a bed of roses, I choose going with the flow while enjoying even its peaks and valleys with no fear.

× Well, it reminded me of one of the Japanese proverbs about bamboo.
✓ It reminds me of one of the Japanese proverbs about bamboo.

The second to last sentence is a little confusing, the statement of “bed of roses” somewhat contradicts “going with the flow” because of the use of the word “but”. Suggested changes to put the first two quotes in quotation marks. The last sentence makes sense, but it is a weird place to stop this written piece I think. I hope this helps!

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A: Your sentences are generally well-constructed and make good use of the expressions "behind sb's back," "get back to sb," "freak sb out," and "put together." Here are some minor suggestions to improve clarity and flow:

1. "I've been having a feeling that she's been a bit colder to me than before, and unfortunately, it came true. She was cheating on me behind my back."
- This sentence is clear and correctly uses the expression "behind my back." No changes are needed.

2. "I'm still figuring out the date that's workable for all possible attendees, so I'll get back to you once I figure that out so we can get down to making the notice as soon as possible."
- This sentence is a bit long and could be broken up for clarity. Consider: "I'm still figuring out a date that works for all possible attendees. I'll get back to you as soon as I have it figured out, and then we can quickly put together the notice."

3. "I'm really not okay with small insects and stuff, like spiders and centipedes. They've got just an unbelievable number of legs, right? And leeches as well. All these species just freak me out."
- This sentence uses "freak me out" correctly. You might want to change "They've got just unbelievable number of legs" to "They've got just an unbelievable number of legs" for grammatical correctness.

4. "I'm currently putting together all my department's meeting schedules. I don't want everyone's schedule to be jam-packed, but there's just not enough time to keep some days between each meeting. We need to do it three or four days in a row."
- This sentence is clear and uses "putting together" correctly. No changes are needed.

Overall, you've done a good job using these expressions in context. Just a few minor tweaks are needed for grammatical accuracy and readability.

A: Technically it is correct. But it would be more natural to just say 25 cents.

A: I'm a native speaker of Japanese living in Kansai.
I can explain not only sensible (I don’t know what you mean by “sensible.”)as a native but also detailed grammar.
I can read and write English, but I apologize in advance if my phrasing may be somewhat strange.
I'll try my best to speak natural English first. (What do you mean by “first”?)