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 | |
|---|---|
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
