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's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
