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 | |
|---|---|
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
