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 | |
|---|---|
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Better late than never! | |
