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 | |
|---|---|
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
