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 | |
|---|---|
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
