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 | |
|---|---|
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
