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 | |
|---|---|
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
