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 | |
|---|---|
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
