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 | |
|---|---|
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
