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 | |
|---|---|
| More or less? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
