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 | |
|---|---|
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
