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! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
