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 have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| More or less? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
