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 | |
|---|---|
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What about you? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
