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 | |
|---|---|
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
