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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
