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 peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| What about you? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
