Tricks for the 8 times table
- Times 8 is double, double and double again: 8 × 6 → 12 → 24 → 48.
- Times 8 is double the 4 times table: 8 × 7 = double 28 = 56.
- The last digits repeat: 8, 6, 4, 2, 0, 8, 6, 4, 2, 0…
The trickiest facts
These are the ones most people get wrong, so give them extra practice: 8 × 6, 8 × 7, 8 × 9, 8 × 12.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 8 times table?
8 × 1 = 8, 8 × 2 = 16, 8 × 3 = 24, 8 × 4 = 32, 8 × 5 = 40, 8 × 6 = 48, 8 × 7 = 56, 8 × 8 = 64, 8 × 9 = 72, 8 × 10 = 80, 8 × 11 = 88, 8 × 12 = 96.
What is the trick for the 8 times table?
Times 8 is double, double and double again: 8 × 6 → 12 → 24 → 48.
How can I learn the 8 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 8 × 6 and 8 × 7.