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 still check the stock room, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
