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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
