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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
