B2verb2K

Reckon

UK /["/ˈrekən/","/ˈrekənz/","/ˈrekənd/","/ˈrekənɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈrekən/","/ˈrekənz/","/ˈrekənd/","/ˈrekənɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to think something or have an opinion about something

In simple words: To think or believe something.

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • reckon that
  • I reckon
  • reckon with
  • reckon it will
  • reckon on

Synonyms

  • believe
  • think
  • suppose
  • consider
  • assume

Antonyms

  • doubt
  • question
  • disbelieve

Common mistakes

  • 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.