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'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
