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 | |
|---|---|
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
