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 | |
|---|---|
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
