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 | |
|---|---|
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
