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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
