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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
