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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
