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 was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
