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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
