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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
