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 | |
|---|---|
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
