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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
