Multiplication is a way to add the same number many times. For example, if you have 3 groups of 4 apples, you can find the total number of apples by multiplying 3 by 4. This means you have 4 apples in each group, so 3 times 4 equals 12 apples altogether. In simple terms, multiplication helps us quickly find out how much we have when we combine equal groups. It’s like counting by 2s, 3s, or any other number. Instead of adding repeatedly, we can use multiplication to make math easier and faster!