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 | |
|---|---|
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
