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 | |
|---|---|
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
