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 | |
|---|---|
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| More or less? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
