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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
