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 | |
|---|---|
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
