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 summarize it before you go, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
