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 still check the stock room, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
