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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
