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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
