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 | |
|---|---|
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
