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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| More or less? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| What about you? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
