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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| More or less? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
