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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
