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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
