8 Times Table Chart & Multiplication Guide

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Understanding the 8 Times Table Chart

The 8 times table chart, also called the 8 multiplication chart or 8× table, displays every product that results from multiplying the number 8 by the integers 1 through 12 and beyond. Mastering this chart is a foundational milestone in elementary mathematics. Because 8 is a power of 2, it sits at the crossroads of several arithmetic strategies — doubling, halving, and binary decomposition — that make mental computation faster and more intuitive. Students who internalise the 8 times table gain a measurable advantage in division, fractions, and algebra readiness, according to research published by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).

In the United Kingdom's Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC), the 8 times table is among the most frequently tested sets. In the United States, Common Core standards expect fluency with all single-digit products by the end of Grade 3. Whether you are a parent helping with homework, a teacher looking for a printable 8 times table chart, or a student seeking practice, this interactive tool and guide will walk you through every fact, pattern, and shortcut you need.

Why the 8 Times Table Matters:

Doubling mastery: Understanding 8× builds powerful number sense through repeated doubling
Curriculum requirement: Part of the UK Year 4 MTC and US Common Core Grade 3 standards
Real-world applications: Octaves in music, computer bytes (8 bits), measurement conversions
Mental arithmetic: Quick calculations using the triple-doubling strategy
Division fluency: Knowing 8× directly supports division by 8
Pattern recognition: Even-number patterns strengthen mathematical reasoning

Complete 8 Times Table Chart (1–12)

The table below presents every multiplication fact from 8 × 1 through 8 × 12, along with the units-digit pattern and the doubling path that shows why each product works. Use this chart as a quick reference sheet, a revision aid, or a printable classroom poster.

Multiplication	Product	Units Digit	Doubling Path
8 × 1	8	8	1 → 2 → 4 → 8
8 × 2	16	6	2 → 4 → 8 → 16
8 × 3	24	4	3 → 6 → 12 → 24
8 × 4	32	2	4 → 8 → 16 → 32
8 × 5	40	0	5 → 10 → 20 → 40
8 × 6	48	8	6 → 12 → 24 → 48
8 × 7	56	6	7 → 14 → 28 → 56
8 × 8	64	4	8 → 16 → 32 → 64
8 × 9	72	2	9 → 18 → 36 → 72
8 × 10	80	0	10 → 20 → 40 → 80
8 × 11	88	8	11 → 22 → 44 → 88
8 × 12	96	6	12 → 24 → 48 → 96

Quick Reference – First 20 Multiples of 8:

8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120, 128, 136, 144, 152, 160

Mathematical Foundation of 8× Multiplication

Understanding why the 8 times table works the way it does deepens your mathematical thinking. The number 8 can be expressed as a power of 2:

$$8 = 2^3 = 2 \times 2 \times 2$$

This means multiplying any number n by 8 is equivalent to doubling it three times:

$$8 \times n = 2 \times 2 \times 2 \times n$$

The general formula for the n-th multiple of 8 is simply:

$$a_n = 8n, \quad n \in \{1, 2, 3, \ldots\}$$

The relationship between the 8 times table and the 4 times table is equally elegant. Since 8 equals 4 multiplied by 2:

$$8 \times n = 2 \times (4 \times n)$$

This relationship gives us a powerful shortcut: if you already know the 4 times table, simply double each answer to obtain the corresponding 8 times table fact. Similarly, because 8 is also 10 minus 2:

$$8 \times n = 10n - 2n$$

This decomposition — multiply by 10 then subtract the doubled number — offers yet another mental math strategy. For instance, to compute 8 × 7 mentally: calculate 70 − 14 = 56.

The Powerful Triple-Doubling Strategy

The single most effective trick for the 8 times table is the triple-doubling strategy. Because 8 equals 2 cubed, you can replace a difficult multiplication with three easy doublings.

Master 8× Through Triple Doubling

Since , multiply by doubling THREE times:

Worked Example: 8 × 7

Step 1 – First Double:

Step 2 – Second Double:

Step 3 – Third Double:

Alternative: use the 4× shortcut →

More Doubling Examples

8 × 3: 3 → 6 → 12 → 24
8 × 6: 6 → 12 → 24 → 48
8 × 9: 9 → 18 → 36 → 72
8 × 11: 11 → 22 → 44 → 88
8 × 12: 12 → 24 → 48 → 96

Fascinating Patterns in the 8 Times Table

Units-Digit Cycle

The last digit of every multiple of 8 follows a repeating cycle of five digits:

8, 6, 4, 2, 0, 8, 6, 4, 2, 0 …

Key observations:

Every multiple of 8 is an even number (because 8 is even)
The units digits decrease by 2 each step, cycling back after 0
This pattern can help you verify your answers instantly

The Backward Counting Trick

Amazing Visual Pattern

Write the tens digits counting backward: 0, 7, 6, 5, 4, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (note the repeated 4)

Then write the units digits cycling by 2s: 8, 2, 4, 6, 0, 8, 2, 4, 6, 8

Read as two-digit numbers: 08, 72, 64, 56, 40, 48, 32, 24, 16, 08
That reconstructs the 8 times table!

Divisibility Rule for 8

A number is divisible by 8 if its last three digits form a number divisible by 8. For example, 1,024 is divisible by 8 because 024 ÷ 8 = 3. This rule connects directly to the 8 times table and is useful in number theory and everyday arithmetic.

$$\text{A number } N \text{ is divisible by 8 if } N \mod 8 = 0$$

8 Multiples Chart (Complete List 1–20)

Below is the complete grid of the first 20 multiples of 8, perfect for skip-counting practice and quick reference. Each multiple follows the formula .

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

8 × 13 = 104

8 × 14 = 112

8 × 15 = 120

8 × 16 = 128

8 × 17 = 136

8 × 18 = 144

8 × 19 = 152

8 × 20 = 160

How the 8 Times Table Connects to Other Tables

One of the most powerful ways to solidify your knowledge is to see how the 8 times table relates to other multiplication facts. These connections reduce the total number of facts you must memorise from scratch.

8× and 2×: Every 8× product is four times the corresponding 2× product.
8× and 4×: Every 8× product is double the corresponding 4× product.
8× and 16×: The 16 times table is simply double the 8 times table.
8× and 10×: Use the identity for mental math.
8× and 9×: Since 9 = 8 + 1, you can derive 9× from 8× easily.

Real-World Applications of the 8 Times Table

The 8 times table appears in numerous real-world contexts. Understanding these applications demonstrates that multiplication facts are not abstract exercises but practical tools used daily by professionals and in everyday life.

Computing: 1 byte = 8 bits; data sizes are multiples of 8 (e.g., 64-bit processors = 8 × 8 bits)
Music: An octave spans 8 notes; time signatures like 3/8 and 6/8 rely on divisions of 8
Packaging: Products often come in packs of 8 — hot-dog buns, crayons, batteries
Cooking: Recipes for 8 servings require scaling ingredient quantities by 8×
Sports: Rowing crews have 8 rowers; chess boards are 8 × 8 = 64 squares
Measurement: There are 8 pints in a gallon, 8 furlongs in a mile
Money: Calculating prices for groups of 8 items or 8-unit packages

Tips for Mastering the 8 Times Table

Proven Learning Strategies:

Master the 4 times table first: Since 8 = 2 × 4, doubling 4× answers gives you 8× instantly
Use triple doubling: Double, double, double for any 8× fact
Learn the units pattern: 8, 6, 4, 2, 0 repeats every 5 multiples
Apply the 10n − 2n shortcut: Multiply by 10 then subtract twice the number
Practice daily: 10–15 minutes of daily practice beats occasional long sessions
Skip count by 8s aloud: 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96
Use rhymes: "Seven eights are fifty-six, like picking up sticks"
Test yourself with the quiz above: Build automaticity through timed practice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 8 times table chart?

The 8 times table chart is a structured multiplication reference that shows all products obtained by multiplying 8 by whole numbers, typically from 1 through 12. It displays facts like 8 × 1 = 8, 8 × 2 = 16, all the way to 8 × 12 = 96, and is also called the 8 multiplication chart or 8× table. It serves as an essential learning and revision tool for students and educators.

What is the easiest trick for learning the 8 times table?

The easiest and most reliable trick is the triple-doubling strategy: to find 8 × n, simply double n three times. For example, 8 × 6: start with 6, double to 12, double to 24, double to 48. Alternatively, if you already know the 4 times table, double each 4× answer to get the corresponding 8× fact (4 × 6 = 24, so 8 × 6 = 48).

What pattern does the 8 multiplication chart follow?

The 8 multiplication chart follows a distinctive units-digit pattern: 8, 6, 4, 2, 0, which repeats every five multiples. Every product is even, confirming that an even number multiplied by any integer always yields an even result. Additionally, each successive product increases by exactly 8, forming a linear arithmetic sequence.

What is an 8 multiples chart?

An 8 multiples chart lists every number that is a multiple of 8 — that is, every number divisible by 8 with no remainder. The sequence is 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120, and continues to infinity. These multiples are produced by the formula 8n, where n is any positive integer.

How is the 8 times table related to the 4 times table?

The 8 times table is exactly double the 4 times table. Since 8 = 4 × 2, every product in the 8× table is twice the corresponding value in the 4× table. For example, 4 × 7 = 28, so 8 × 7 = 56. This relationship is one of the most efficient shortcuts for learning the 8 times table quickly.

Why are all answers in the 8 times table even?

Every answer in the 8 times table is even because 8 itself is an even number (divisible by 2). A fundamental rule of arithmetic states that the product of an even number and any integer is always even. Therefore, regardless of whether the multiplier is odd or even, the result of 8 × n is always even.

How do you use the 8 times table chart for division?

The 8 times table chart makes division by 8 straightforward. To solve a division problem like 64 ÷ 8, scan the chart for the product 64 and identify which multiplier produces it. You will find 8 × 8 = 64, so 64 ÷ 8 = 8. This method utilises the inverse relationship between multiplication and division.

What are the hardest facts in the 8 times table?

Research and classroom experience show that 8 × 7 = 56 and 8 × 8 = 64 are the most commonly missed facts. Mnemonics can help: "Seven eights are fifty-six, like picking up sticks" and "Eight eights are sixty-four, open up the door." The doubling path also reinforces them: 7 → 14 → 28 → 56 and 8 → 16 → 32 → 64.

Can I print this 8 times table chart?

Yes. You can print this 8 times table chart directly from your browser using Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac). Consider laminating the printout for durability, or save it as a PDF for reusable copies. A printed chart is excellent for wall display, desk reference, or offline practice.

What is the formula for the 8 times table?

The general formula is simply 8 × n = 8n, where n is any whole number. Alternatively, because 8 = 2³, the formula can be written as 2³ × n. Useful decompositions include 8n = 10n − 2n (multiply by 10 and subtract double the number) and 8n = 2 × (4n) (double the 4 times table answer).