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 | |
|---|---|
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
