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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
