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 don't know what to say, really... | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| What about you? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
