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 | |
|---|---|
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
