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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
