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, why not, if you want. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
