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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
