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 | |
|---|---|
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
