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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
