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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
