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 summarize it before you go, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| More or less? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
