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! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
