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 | |
|---|---|
| What about you? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
