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 | |
|---|---|
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| More or less? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
