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 | |
|---|---|
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
