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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
