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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
