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'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
