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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
