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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| More or less? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
