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 | |
|---|---|
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
