Pusil

to shoot; shot; gunshotnoun / verb

Alternative meanings

To shoot, shot, or gunshot; it can also refer to a firearm or the act of firing a gun.

Pronunciation

POO-seel

Root and affixes

Pusil can function as a noun for firearm and as a verbal root for shooting. Pagpusil expresses the act of shooting; gipusil means was shot.

Variants or conjugations

shooting; was shot; fired; to be shot; sports shot; rifle

Related words and expressions

weapon; bullet; rifle; shot; defense; fire

Meaning and usage notes

For shooting with a gun, pusil/pagpusil is the main option. For shooting a ball, throwing, or a sports shot, tira is usually better.