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 | |
|---|---|
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
