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 | |
|---|---|
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
