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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
