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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| More or less? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
