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 | |
|---|---|
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| What about you? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
