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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
