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 | |
|---|---|
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
