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! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
