A series of rapid tapping sounds.

Rain gently.

synonyms: patter, spatter, spit, sprinkle.

Make light, rapid and repeated sounds.

synonym: patter.

As of footsteps.

synonyms: pit-a-pat, pitty-pat, pitty-patty.

Describing a rhythmic beating.

synonyms: pit-a-pat, pitty-pat, pitty-patty.