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 | |
|---|---|
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
