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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
