Spanish Phrase
¿Volviste a poner las pesas en su sitio?
Meaning
This question asks whether the listener has returned the gym weights to the proper spot after using them. It implies that the speaker expects the equipment to be put back where it belongs.
When to use
Use this phrase in a gym, fitness class, or any setting where weight‑lifting equipment is shared. It’s a polite way to check that the equipment has been restored to its place after a workout.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Volvisteaponerlaspesasensusitio
Volver + a + infinitivo
The construction "volver + a + infinitive" is used to indicate that an action is being done again or that someone returns to do something.
Preterite of volver (2nd person singular)
"Volviste" is the preterite form of "volver" for "tú", indicating a completed action in the past.
Definite article with plural feminine nouns
"las pesas" uses the feminine plural article "las" because "pesas" (weights) is a feminine noun.
Location phrase "en su sitio"
"en su sitio" means "in its/their place"; "su" refers to the location belonging to the weights, not a person.
🗨In Conversation
¿Volviste a poner las pesas en su sitio?
Did you put the weights back in their place?
Sí, las dejé justo donde estaban.
Yes, I left them right where they were.
✕Common Mistakes
¿Volviste poner las pesas en su sitio?
The construction requires "a" after "volviste"; "Volviste a poner" is correct.
¿Volviste de poner las pesas en su sitio?
"Volver" pairs with "a" when followed by an infinitive, not "de".
¿Volviste a poner las pesas en su sitio?
If you want to emphasize that the spot belongs to the gym, you can say "el sitio" or "el lugar"; "su" can be ambiguous.
↔Alternatives
¿Devolviste las pesas a su lugar?
Did you return the weights to their place?
¿Pusiste las pesas de nuevo en su sitio?
Did you put the weights back in their spot?
¿Ya colocaste las pesas donde corresponden?
Have you already placed the weights where they belong?
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking gyms it’s considered good etiquette to return equipment to its original spot. Using "volver a" shows you’re aware of the routine and respect the shared space. Avoid sounding accusatory; a friendly tone makes the reminder courteous.