patter

verb8 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2

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.

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.

Indicates movement following a line or path, e.g., along a corridor.

Collocations with "patter"

patter + ...