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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
