Another word for the process of multiplication.
In math, the word “times” is used to talk about multiplication. When we say “3 times 4,” we mean 3 multiplied by 4, or 3 groups of 4, which equals 12.
For example:
- 2 × 5 means “2 times 5,” or 2 groups of 5, which equals 10.
- 4 × 6 means “4 times 6,” or 4 groups of 6, which equals 24.
We use the word “times” all the time when we talk about equal groups, repeated addition, and solving real-world problems like figuring out total cost or total distance.
When Do Students Start Using the Term “Times”?
Students begin learning to use the word “times” when they first start to explore the concept of multiplication.
Grades 2–3 – Introduction to Multiplication
Students learn what “times” means by drawing equal groups, using repeated addition, and solving word problems.
