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's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
