Pitter-patter

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪttɚ- ˈpætɝ/

Pitter-patter (verb)

  1. To make a series of small, quick sounds, like rain drops or feet moving lightly.

Examples

  • The rain pitter-patters on the window.
  • My fingers pitter-patter on the desk while I wait.

Pitter-patter (noun)

  1. A sound made by small things tapping quickly and repeatedly, often like light rain.

Examples

  • I heard a pitter-patter outside the door.
  • The pitter-patter of rain filled the quiet room.