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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
