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 summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
