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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
