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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
