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 | |
|---|---|
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| 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! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
