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 stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
