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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
