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 | |
|---|---|
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
