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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
