砲火
Meanings
1
gunfire; artillery fire
Refers to the firing of guns or artillery, often in a military or combat context. Can be used metaphorically for intense criticism.
The enemy's gunfire intensified.
The policy came under heavy fire from the opposition parties.
Usage patterns
- 〈相手〉と砲火を交えるto exchange gunfire with an opponent
The two armies exchanged gunfire near the border.
- 〈場所〉が砲火に包まれるfor a place to be engulfed in gunfire
The village was suddenly engulfed in gunfire.
- 砲火を浴びるto be subjected to a barrage (also used metaphorically for harsh criticism)
The politician came under heavy fire from the opposition.