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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
