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 am fine, thank you. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
