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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Better late than never! | |
