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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
