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 | |
|---|---|
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
