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 | |
|---|---|
| More or less? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
