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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| What about you? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
