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 | |
|---|---|
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
