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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
