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 act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| What about you? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
