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 | |
|---|---|
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
