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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| What about you? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
