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 our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| More or less? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
