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?