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 | |
|---|---|
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
