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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
