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, thank you very much. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
