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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
