patter
verb8 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2
patter down8.0
Used to describe something, typically rain, falling with a light, repetitive sound.
Similar to gently, emphasizing the lack of force or weight in the sound.
Emphasizes the low volume of the repetitive sound.
Describes a soft and quiet repetitive sound, often used for rain or small footsteps.
patter on7.2
Describes the sound of something (like rain) hitting a horizontal surface, e.g., on the roof.
Describes the sound of something (like raindrops) hitting a vertical surface, e.g., against the windowpane.
Indicates movement from one side of a surface to the other, e.g., across a floor.
patter along6.2
Indicates movement following a line or path, e.g., along a corridor.