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 | |
|---|---|
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
