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 | |
|---|---|
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
