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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
