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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| What about you? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
