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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
