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? Very interesting. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
