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 | |
|---|---|
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
