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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| More or less? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
