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 I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
