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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
