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 | |
|---|---|
| You're welcome! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
