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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| What about you? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
