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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
