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 | |
|---|---|
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
