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 | |
|---|---|
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| You're welcome! | |
