Tricks for the 4 times table
- Times 4 is double, then double again: 4 × 7 → 14 → 28.
- The last digits repeat in a pattern: 4, 8, 12, 16, 20 end in 4, 8, 2, 6, 0, then it starts again.
- If you know your 2 times table, you can work out the 4 times table.
The trickiest facts
These are the ones most people get wrong, so give them extra practice: 4 × 7, 4 × 8, 4 × 12.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 4 times table?
4 × 1 = 4, 4 × 2 = 8, 4 × 3 = 12, 4 × 4 = 16, 4 × 5 = 20, 4 × 6 = 24, 4 × 7 = 28, 4 × 8 = 32, 4 × 9 = 36, 4 × 10 = 40, 4 × 11 = 44, 4 × 12 = 48.
What is the trick for the 4 times table?
Times 4 is double, then double again: 4 × 7 → 14 → 28.
How can I learn the 4 times table quickly?
Practise for a few minutes every day. Say the table out loud, use the tricks on this page, then answer mixed questions until you can do each one in under 3 seconds. Focus on the facts you get wrong, such as 4 × 7 and 4 × 8.