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 | |
|---|---|
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| More or less? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
