ammo
word
/ˈæˌmoʊ/
AM-oh
/ˈæməʊ/
AM-oh
Definition
'Ammo' is an informal, shortened word for ammunition, which means the bullets or shells used in guns and other weapons.
Usage & Nuances
'Ammo' is very informal and mainly used in conversation, movies, or video games. The formal word is 'ammunition.' Common phrases: 'run out of ammo,' 'low on ammo.' Usually refers to bullets, but can include shells or other projectiles.
Spanish: municiónPortuguese (BR): muniçãoPortuguese (PT): muniçãoChinese (Simplified): 弹药Chinese (Traditional): 彈藥Hindi: गोली-बारूदArabic: ذخيرةBengali: গুলি - তুষ - গুলি (আধুনিক কথ্য)Russian: патроныJapanese: 弾薬Vietnamese: đạn - đạn dượcKorean: 탄약Turkish: mermi - cephaneUrdu: گولہ بارودIndonesian: đạn - đạn dược
Example Sentences
The soldiers checked their ammo before the battle.
basic
Don't forget your ammo if you're going to the range.
natural
We're running low on ammo, save your shots!
natural
I'm out of ammo.
basic
He loaded his gun with more ammo.
basic
Can you pick up extra ammo at the store?
natural