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 | |
|---|---|
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| More or less? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
