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 | |
|---|---|
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
