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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
