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 | |
|---|---|
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
