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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
