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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
