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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
