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 | |
|---|---|
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
