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 | |
|---|---|
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
