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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| More or less? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
