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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
