Reckon Meaning in English
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Definition
To think, believe, or guess that something is true. It can also mean to calculate an amount, and it is especially common in informal spoken English in some regions.
Usage & Nuances
Often informal and somewhat regional, especially common in British, Australian, and Southern American English. Patterns include 'reckon (that)...', 'be reckoned to be', and older/more literal uses about numbers or costs. Learners often confuse it with only 'calculate', but in everyday speech it very often means simply 'think'.
Example Sentences
I reckon this bag is too heavy.
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We reckon the trip will take two hours.
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She reckoned the total on a piece of paper.
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I reckon he's already left, so let's not wait.
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Do you reckon they'll notice if we change the plan?
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It's reckoned to be one of the best restaurants in town.
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