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 | |
|---|---|
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
