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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| More or less? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
