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 take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| More or less? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Better late than never! | |
