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 | |
|---|---|
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
