Spanish Phrase
Los mismos de siempre.
Meaning
Literally “the same ones of always,” this expression is used to refer to a group of people, objects, or situations that keep appearing in the same way. It often carries a tone of resignation, familiarity, or mild annoyance.
When to use
Use it when you notice the same faces at a café, the same colleagues in a meeting, or the same recurring problem. It works in informal conversation and can be a quick way to comment on routine without naming the specific items.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Losmismosdesiempre
Definite article (Los)
Los is the masculine plural definite article, used before plural nouns or adjectives.
Adjective agreement (mismos)
Mismos means “the same” and must agree in gender and number with the noun it replaces; here it is masculine plural.
Fixed idiom (de siempre)
De siempre is an idiomatic phrase meaning “as always” or “the usual ones.” It follows the noun/adjective it modifies.
🗨In Conversation
¿Quiénes son esos que siempre están en la fila?
Who are those that are always in line?
Los mismos de siempre.
The same ones as always.
✕Common Mistakes
El mismo de siempre.
‘El mismo’ is singular; the phrase refers to a plural group, so you need ‘Los mismos’.
Los mismo de siempre.
The adjective must agree in number: ‘mismo’ → ‘mismos’.
Los mismos siempre.
‘De siempre’ is the correct idiomatic construction; dropping the preposition changes the meaning.
↔Alternatives
Los de siempre.
The usual ones.
Los mismos de siempre, ya sabes.
The same ones as always, you know.
Los de siempre, como siempre.
The usual ones, as always.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries, adding “de siempre” can hint at a slight irritation or acceptance of a routine. The tone—whether playful, annoyed, or resigned—depends on your intonation and facial expression. In formal settings, you might replace it with a more neutral phrase like “los habituales.”