Cool MateMeaning of Reckon
to think something or have an opinion about something
In simple words: To think or believe something.
Reckon in a sentence
- I reckon it will rain tomorrow based on the weather forecast.
- She reckoned that the project would be finished by next week.
- Many people reckon him to be the best player on the team.
- Do you reckon we should leave earlier to avoid traffic?
- He reckons up the total cost before making a decision.
How to use Reckon
Commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in spoken English. It may sound too casual for formal writing. Avoid using in professional or academic settings.
Grammar pattern
reckon + (that) + clause
Memory hint
Sounds like 'wreck on' — imagine thinking about a car wreck.
Related words
Collocations with Reckon
- reckon that
- I reckon
- reckon with
- reckon it will
- reckon on
Common mistakes with Reckon
- Confused with 'recommend' — 'reckon' is about opinion, not suggesting something.
- Used too formally — it's better for conversations than in writing.
- Omitted the subject — must include who is doing the reckoning.
Compare Reckon with Believe, Think, Suppose, Consider, Assume
Reckon appears in
Reckon in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أعتقد/أظن/حسب
أن تفكر أو تعتقد شيئًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মনে করা, হিসাব করা
কোনো কিছু মনে করা বা বিশ্বাস করা।
- GermanDeutsch
schätzen, meinen, glauben
Etwas denken oder glauben.
- SpanishEspañol
Calcular, Pensar, Considerar
Pensar o creer algo.
- Persianفارسی
فکر کردن، حساب کردن
فکر کردن یا باور داشتن به چیزی.
- FrenchFrançais
Penser, Estimer, Calculer
Penser ou croire quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लगता है, सोचना
कुछ सोचना या मानना।
- ItalianItaliano
Pensare, ritenere, calcolare
Pensare o credere qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Achar, Considerar, Calcular
Pensar ou acreditar em algo.
- RussianРусский
считать, полагать, подсчитывать
Думать или верить во что-то.
- Urduاردو
اندازہ لگانا، سمجھنا، گننا
کسی چیز کے بارے میں سوچنا یا یقین رکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
认为, 估计
认为或相信某事。
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Frequently asked questions about Reckon
What does Reckon mean?
To think or believe something.
What is the definition of Reckon?
to think something or have an opinion about something
How do you use Reckon in a sentence?
I reckon it will rain tomorrow based on the weather forecast.
Can you give another example of Reckon?
She reckoned that the project would be finished by next week.
What are synonyms for Reckon?
Common alternatives include believe, think, suppose, consider, assume.
What is the opposite of Reckon?
Opposite meanings include doubt, question, disbelieve.
What words go with Reckon?
It commonly pairs with reckon that, I reckon, reckon with, reckon it will, reckon on.
What are common mistakes when using Reckon?
Confused with 'recommend' — 'reckon' is about opinion, not suggesting something. Used too formally — it's better for conversations than in writing. Omitted the subject — must include who is doing the reckoning.
How do you pronounce Reckon?
US: /["/ˈrekən/","/ˈrekənz/","/ˈrekənd/","/ˈrekənɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈrekən/","/ˈrekənz/","/ˈrekənd/","/ˈrekənɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Reckon?
Commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in spoken English. It may sound too casual for formal writing. Avoid using in professional or academic settings.
What CEFR level is Reckon?
"Reckon" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.