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 | |
|---|---|
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
