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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
