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 | |
|---|---|
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
