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 | |
|---|---|
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
