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 | |
|---|---|
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
