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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| More or less? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
