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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, what about them? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
