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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
