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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
