Meaning of the word reckon in English

What does reckon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reckon

US /ˈrek.ən/

UK /ˈrek.ən/

establish by calculation

Example:

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The police reckon the murder was committed at about 12:30 a.m.

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He reckoned the cost of the repairs at $500.

Synonym:

calculate compute estimate figure gauge

be of the opinion; think

Example:

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I reckon it's going to rain soon.

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He's a good man, I reckon.

Synonym:

think believe suppose imagine consider

Related Word:

reckon without day of reckoning