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 don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
