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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
