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 I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
