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, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
