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 | |
|---|---|
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
