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 | |
|---|---|
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
