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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
