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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
