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 | |
|---|---|
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
