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's her name, by the way? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
