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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
