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 don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
