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 I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| What about you? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
