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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
