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! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| What about you? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
