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 would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
