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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
