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 | |
|---|---|
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
