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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
