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 | |
|---|---|
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| More or less? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
