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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
