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 just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| More or less? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Better late than never! | |
