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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
