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 | |
|---|---|
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
