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 you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
