26984 words

reckon

7 definitions • 16 examples
1
to think or believe:

Examples:

I reckon it's going to rain.
[ + (that) ] How much do you reckon (that) it's going to cost?
"Can you fix my car today?" "I reckon not/so (= probably not/probably)."
2
to consider or have the opinion that something is as stated:

Examples:

I don't reckon much to (US of) their chances of winning (= I do not think they will win).
She was widely reckoned (to be) the best actress of her generation.
3
to calculate an amount:

Examples:

Angela quickly reckoned the amount on her fingers.
The inflation rate is now reckoned to be 10 percent.
4
to calculate an amount based on facts or on your expectations:

Examples:

Do you reckon this watch has a little value?
[ + that clause ] Brusca reckons that the value of all goods and services produced declined last quarter.
5
to consider or have the opinion that something is as stated:

Examples:

She reckoned they were both equally responsible.
She was widely reckoned to be the best actress of her generation.
I reckon I better get goin’ now.
6
to calculate an amount:

Examples:

Fees are reckoned in Euros but can be paid in any currency.
7
to give a general idea about an amount or number:

Examples:

The authors reckon that public sector debt is over 65% of GDP.
sth is reckoned to be sth The market value is reckoned to be 10 million dollars.
The deal is reckoned to be worth $14.4 billion.

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