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 | |
|---|---|
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
