English–German
“gunshot” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃʊs/
Example
In der Nacht hörte ich einen Schuss.
At night, I heard a gunshot.
How to say “gunshot” in German
“Gunshot” in German is Schuss.
A single forceful release from a weapon, marked by motion through the air and a sudden sound.
Example sentences with Schuss
Die Nachbarn riefen die Polizei, nachdem sie mehrere Schüsse gehört hatten.
The neighbors called the police after hearing several gunshots.
Tips for using Schuss
- Ein Schuss aus einer Waffe identifies the weapon's source, whereas ein Schuss auf eine Person identifies the intended target.