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 | |
|---|---|
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
