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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
