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 | |
|---|---|
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
