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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| What about you? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
