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 | |
|---|---|
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
