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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
