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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
