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. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
