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 | |
|---|---|
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| What about you? | |
