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 | |
|---|---|
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
