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 | |
|---|---|
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
