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 | |
|---|---|
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
