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 | |
|---|---|
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
