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 | |
|---|---|
| What about you, Mike? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
