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 | |
|---|---|
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
