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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
