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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
