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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
