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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
