die Multiplikation
Translation
multiplication
Examples
Die Multiplikation ist eine Grundrechenart.
Multiplication is a basic arithmetic operation.
Zwei mal drei ist eine einfache Multiplikation.
Two times three is a simple multiplication.
Grammar Patterns
the multiplication of ((sth.)) by ((sth.)) Die Multiplikation von fünf mit vier ergibt zwanzig.
Similar Words
Addition, Subtraktion, Division
Etymology
From Latin 'multiplicare' (to increase), which comes from 'multi-' (many) and 'plicare' (to fold).
Memory Tips
Think of 'multiplying' something, making many from one. The 'x' symbol looks like folded arms.