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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
