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 | |
|---|---|
| Better late than never! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
