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.
The two armies exchanged gunfire near the border.
The village was suddenly engulfed in gunfire.
The politician came under heavy fire from the opposition.
火砲 refers to the artillery guns themselves, whereas 砲火 refers to the fire or flame they produce.
Compound of 砲 (cannon, gun) and 火 (fire).