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 you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
