Tricks for the 5 times table
- Every answer ends in 0 or 5.
- Times 5 is half of times 10: 5 × 8 is half of 80, which is 40.
- Count in fives, like the minutes on a clock: 5, 10, 15, 20…
The trickiest facts
These are the ones most people get wrong, so give them extra practice: 5 × 7, 5 × 9.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 5 times table?
5 × 1 = 5, 5 × 2 = 10, 5 × 3 = 15, 5 × 4 = 20, 5 × 5 = 25, 5 × 6 = 30, 5 × 7 = 35, 5 × 8 = 40, 5 × 9 = 45, 5 × 10 = 50, 5 × 11 = 55, 5 × 12 = 60.
What is the trick for the 5 times table?
Every answer ends in 0 or 5.
How can I learn the 5 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 5 × 7 and 5 × 9.