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 I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
