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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
