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 | |
|---|---|
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
