Tricks for the 7 times table
- Most of the 7 times table is in other tables you already know: 7 × 2 = 2 × 7, 7 × 5 = 5 × 7.
- Remember 5, 6, 7, 8: 56 = 7 × 8.
- 7 × 7 = 49 is a square number; learn it as an anchor and count on or back by 7.
- Times 7 is times 5 plus times 2: 7 × 6 = 30 + 12 = 42.
The trickiest facts
These are the ones most people get wrong, so give them extra practice: 7 × 6, 7 × 7, 7 × 8, 7 × 9, 7 × 12.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 7 times table?
7 × 1 = 7, 7 × 2 = 14, 7 × 3 = 21, 7 × 4 = 28, 7 × 5 = 35, 7 × 6 = 42, 7 × 7 = 49, 7 × 8 = 56, 7 × 9 = 63, 7 × 10 = 70, 7 × 11 = 77, 7 × 12 = 84.
What is the trick for the 7 times table?
Most of the 7 times table is in other tables you already know: 7 × 2 = 2 × 7, 7 × 5 = 5 × 7.
How can I learn the 7 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 7 × 6 and 7 × 7.