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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| What about you? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
