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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
