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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| What about you? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
