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 you leave me alone, please! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
