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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
