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 | |
|---|---|
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
