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. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
