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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| More or less? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
