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 Cate. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
