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 | |
|---|---|
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
