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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
