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 | |
|---|---|
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| More or less? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
