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 | |
|---|---|
| You too, byee! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What about you? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
