Definitions
- Used to express an opinion or belief about something. - Used to make a calculation or estimate. - Used to indicate a plan or intention.
- Used to think carefully about something before making a decision. - Used to take into account or give attention to something. - Used to regard someone or something in a particular way.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve thinking about something.
- 2Both words can be used to express an opinion or belief.
- 3Both words can be used to make a decision.
- 4Both words can be used to take something into account.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Reckon is more commonly used in informal contexts, while consider can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 2Connotation: Reckon can have a more casual or less serious connotation than consider.
- 3Focus: Reckon often focuses on personal beliefs or opinions, while consider often focuses on careful thought and analysis.
- 4Scope: Consider can refer to a wide range of factors or options, while reckon may be more limited in scope.
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Remember this!
Reckon and consider are synonyms that both involve thinking about something. However, reckon is more informal and often focuses on personal beliefs or opinions, while consider can be used in both formal and informal contexts and often involves careful thought and analysis.
