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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
