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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
