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 | |
|---|---|
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
