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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
