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 | |
|---|---|
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
