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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
