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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
