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 | |
|---|---|
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| More or less? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
