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 | |
|---|---|
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
