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 still check the stock room, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| What about you? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
