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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| What about you? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
