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 am okay, thanks. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
