Traditional
Still common
Definition
To think, believe, or suppose.
Example Sentence
"I reckon it's going to rain later."
Where "Reckon" Comes From
"Reckon" is an old English word for calculating or judging, which narrowed in Australian (and other) dialects to mean simply "think" or "believe."
It's remained in everyday use in Australia long after falling out of formal English elsewhere.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It's used constantly to introduce an opinion, guess, or prediction, often replacing "I think" entirely.
"What do you reckon?" is one of the most common ways Australians ask for someone's opinion.
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