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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
