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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| What about you? | |
