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 | |
|---|---|
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
