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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
