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 we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
