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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
