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 don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
