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 | |
|---|---|
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
