Beschuss Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Beschuss" is used as noun with the meaning of "shelling", "bombardment" or "gunfire".

Essential properties of "Beschuss"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Beschuss
  • Plural: die Beschüsse

Meanings of "Beschuss" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Attack with projectiles or gunfire"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Beschuss dauerte die ganze Nacht.The shelling lasted all night.
  2. Unter schwerem Beschuss mussten sie sich zurückziehen.Under heavy fire, they had to retreat.
  3. Der Beschuss der Stadt verursachte große Schäden.The bombardment of the city caused great damage.

2.) "Intense criticism or verbal attack"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Politiker stand unter Beschuss für seine Aussagen.The politician was under fire for his statements.
  2. Nach der Veröffentlichung geriet das Buch unter Beschuss.After its publication, the book came under fire.
  3. Die Entscheidung wurde von vielen Seiten unter Beschuss genommen.The decision was heavily criticized from many sides.
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