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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| What about you? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
