Patter
01
パタパタという音, 雨音
a series of rapid, light sounds occurring in quick succession
例
The patter of raindrops on the window was calming and rhythmic.
窓の上の雨粒のパタパタという音は落ち着きがあり、リズミカルでした。
I could hear the patter of footsteps as the children ran down the hallway.
子供たちが廊下を走り抜けるときの足音のパタパタという音が聞こえた。
02
口先, 巧みな話術
plausible glib talk (especially useful to a salesperson)
to patter
01
パタパタと音を立てる, コツコツと音を立てる
to make a light repeated sound, especially by tapping on something
例
The rain began to patter softly on the roof, creating a soothing sound.
雨が屋根に優しくパタパタと降り始め、心地よい音を立てた。
She could hear the patter of tiny feet as her cat ran across the wooden floor.
彼女は猫が木の床を走り回る小さな足音のパタパタを聞くことができた。
