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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
