Which one is correct?
"died from a gunshot" or "took a gunshot"?

died from a gunshot

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone passed away as a result of being shot.

This phrase is used to describe the cause of death when someone has been fatally shot.

Examples:

  • He died from a gunshot wound to the chest.
  • The victim died from a gunshot to the head.

Alternatives:

  • was killed by a gunshot
  • succumbed to a gunshot wound
  • passed away from a gunshot

took a gunshot

This phrase is not correct or commonly used in English. It does not accurately convey the intended meaning.


Alternatives:

  • received a gunshot
  • was shot
  • suffered a gunshot wound
  • was hit by a bullet
These two phrases are not directly comparable as they convey different meanings. 'Died from a gunshot' indicates that the person passed away as a result of being shot, while 'took a gunshot' is not a common or correct phrase in English. It would be more appropriate to use 'received a gunshot' or 'was shot.'

Last Updated: March 21, 2024

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