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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
