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 | |
|---|---|
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
