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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
