reckons
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/ˈrɛkən/
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/ˈrɛk(ə)n/
(reckon)
calculation or judgment
Etymology
'reckon' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'gerecenian' (and related forms), where 'gerecenian' meant 'to relate, explain' or 'to make a reckoning'.
'reckon' changed from Middle English forms such as 'rekenen' and 'reken' and eventually became the modern English word 'reckon'.
Initially, it meant 'to relate or explain' and to make an account; over time it evolved into the senses 'to calculate' and colloquially 'to think/believe'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to calculate or compute a number, amount, or total.
She reckons the final cost before they sign the contract.
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Verb 2
informal: to think or suppose; to believe that something is true.
He reckons it'll be finished by noon.
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to regard or consider someone or something in a particular way (often used with 'as').
The committee reckons him an expert on the subject.
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Verb 4
to take into account or allow for something when making plans or judgments (often used with prepositions like 'on' or 'with').
She reckons the delays when she makes the schedule.
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Last updated: 2025/12/27 07:24