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 | |
|---|---|
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
