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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
