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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
