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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
