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 | |
|---|---|
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
