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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
