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 | |
|---|---|
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
