Spanish Phrase
¿Haces ejercicio los fines de semana?
Meaning
The sentence asks whether the listener works out or does physical exercise during the weekend. It is a typical way to inquire about someone's habit or routine.
When to use
Use this question in casual conversation with friends, classmates, or coworkers when you want to know about their weekend fitness routine or to suggest a joint activity.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Hacesejerciciolosfinesdesemana?
Haces (hacer)
Second‑person singular present of the verb *hacer* (to do/make). Use *haces* when you are asking or talking directly to someone.
ejercicio
A masculine singular noun meaning “exercise” or “workout”. It does not need an article when used after *hacer*.
los fines de semana
A fixed time expression meaning “on weekends”. The plural article *los* is required because *fin* is pluralized.
🗨In Conversation
¿Haces ejercicio los fines de semana?
Do you exercise on weekends?
Sí, suelo ir al parque a correr los sábados y a nadar los domingos.
Yes, I usually go to the park to run on Saturdays and swim on Sundays.
✕Common Mistakes
¿Hace ejercicio los fines de semana?
Use *haces* (2nd person) when addressing someone directly; *hace* is 3rd person singular.
¿Haces ejercicio el fin de semana?
The expression is plural *los fines de semana* because you refer to both Saturday and Sunday.
¿Haces ejercicios los fines de semana?
When using *hacer*, the noun stays singular: *ejercicio*, not *ejercicios*.
↔Alternatives
¿Practicas deporte los fines de semana?
Do you play sports on weekends?
¿Te entrenas los fines de semana?
Do you train on weekends?
¿Haces actividad física los fines de semana?
Do you do physical activity on weekends?
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries, weekends are a popular time for outdoor activities such as running in the park, cycling, or playing football (soccer). When you ask this question, it’s common to follow up with a suggestion like “¿Te gustaría ir a la clase de yoga el sábado?” – offering to join the activity shows friendliness and interest.