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 | |
|---|---|
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| More or less? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
