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 | |
|---|---|
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
