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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
