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 | |
|---|---|
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
