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 | |
|---|---|
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
