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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
