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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
