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Discover LudwigThe word 'pitter-patter' is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a light drumming sound, usually one that is made by rain or the feet of a small animal. For example, "The pitter-patter of the rainfall created a gentle and soothing atmosphere."
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pitter-patter
noun
A soft, percussive sound, as of tiny feet or rain on a rooftop.
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It starts to rain, the first pitter-patter in months.
"ENO can do that pitter-patter comedy better than anyone.
"Keith hates the pitter-patter of my feet," she said.
Howley was there at the beginning, for the sound of pitter-patter feet, if you like.
Telling another story to the reassuring pitter-patter of raining baseballs.
With elegant control, she moves smoothly from gentle pitter-patter to driving rhythmic storm.
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There were other sounds too: children's squeals, the pitter patter of little flip-flops.
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Pitter patter.
Back next week with our regularly scheduled pitter patter.
All of a sudden I hear the pitter patter of raindrops on my window.
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