* Onomatopoeia:
* Bang! (Simple and common)
* Pop! (For a smaller, less powerful shot)
* Crack! (For a sharper, crisper sound)
* Boom! (For a loud, explosive shot)
* Thud! (For the sound of a bullet hitting something)
* Descriptive words:
* The gun fired.
* A loud noise erupted.
* There was a sharp report.
* Descriptive phrases:
* A deafening roar filled the air.
* The sound echoed through the valley.
Ultimately, the best way to spell a gunshot depends on the specific situation and the desired effect.