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 | |
|---|---|
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
