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 | |
|---|---|
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| What about you? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
