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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| What about you? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
