Meaning & Definition of word "Reckon"
Reckon
/ˈrɛkən/
noun:
- 1. An act of reckoning; a calculation or computation.
- Example: The reckon of the expenses showed a surprising surplus.
verb:
- 1. To think or suppose; to believe something to be true.
- Example: I reckon it will rain later today.
- 2. To calculate or compute.
- Example: He had to reckon the total cost of the project before presenting it to his boss.
- 3. To regard or consider in a specified way.
- Example: Many people reckon her as one of the top candidates for the position.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old English 'reccen' meaning to explain or calculate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
I reckon:
I think or believe.
reckon with:
to confront and deal with.
reckon on:
to depend on.
Related Words
reckoning:
the act of calculating or estimating.
reckless:
without thinking or caring about the consequences.
Slang Meanings of reckon
Meaning: to think something is true or likely.
● Example Sentence: I reckon I can finish this before lunch.
Meaning: to assume or take for granted.
● Example Sentence: You reckon he's gonna show up?