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 have the menu, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
