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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| What about the prices? | |
