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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
