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 we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
