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 just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
