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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
