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 give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
