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 | |
|---|---|
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
