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 make it bigger, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| What about you? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
