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 | |
|---|---|
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
