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 | |
|---|---|
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
