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 | |
|---|---|
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
