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. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| You're welcome! | |
