Spanish Phrase
Voy de compras todos los sábados.
Meaning
This phrase describes a habitual action occurring on a specific day of the week. It combines the irregular verb 'ir' (to go) with the idiomatic expression 'de compras' to indicate the activity of shopping.
When to use
Use this phrase when discussing your weekly routine or explaining your weekend habits to others. It is a common way to talk about errands or leisure shopping during a conversation about lifestyle.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Voyde comprastodos lossábados
Ir (Voy)
The verb 'ir' is highly irregular; 'voy' is the first-person singular present form.
Frequency
'Todos los' followed by a plural noun is the standard way to say 'every' for recurring time periods.
Days of the Week
Days of the week are masculine in Spanish, so we use 'los' for plural recurring days.
🗨In Conversation
¿Quieres ir al cine este sábado?
Do you want to go to the cinema this Saturday?
Lo siento, voy de compras todos los sábados.
I'm sorry, I go shopping every Saturday.
✕Common Mistakes
Voy a compras todos los sábados.
The idiomatic expression for 'to go shopping' is 'ir de compras', not 'ir a'.
Voy de compras todos sábados.
In Spanish, you must use the definite article 'los' when referring to recurring days of the week.
↔Alternatives
Suelo ir de compras los sábados.
I usually go shopping on Saturdays.
Hago la compra cada sábado.
I do the (grocery) shopping every Saturday.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish-speaking countries, Saturday is the busiest day for shopping because many smaller shops and markets close on Sundays. Going 'de compras' is often seen as a social activity to do with friends or family rather than just a chore.