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 | |
|---|---|
| More or less? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
