36+ Words that rhyme with pitter-patter

Pitter-patter is a 4-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are mater, tatar, smatter. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of pitter-patter

adverb
  1. as of footsteps; "he came running pit-a-pat down the hall"
  2. describing a rhythmic beating; "his heart went pit-a-pat"
noun
  1. a series of rapid tapping sounds; "she missed the pitter- patter of little feet around the house"

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4 syllables

Examples of "pitter-patter" in lyrics

See how pitter-patter is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Your little heart goes pitter-patter"
    Ke$ha — Cannibal
  • "Call out through the desolate dwellings of all who pitter-patter"
    Mortisabstract
  • "Ready no chitter-chatter I figure since I'm bigger why pitter-patter"
    Organized Konfusion f/ O.C. — Fudge Pudge

What do these rhymes mean?

hatter
someone who makes and sells hats
mater
an informal use of the Latin word for mother; sometimes used by British schoolboys or used facetiously
matter
a vaguely specified concern; "several matters to attend to"; "it is none of your affair
smatter
work with in an amateurish manner; "She dabbles in astronomy
tatar
a member of the Mongolian people of central Asia who invaded Russia in the 13th century a member of the Turkic-speaking

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "pitter-patter" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like mater, tatar, smatter create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "pitter-patter" has 4 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with pitter-patter?
Words that rhyme with pitter-patter include: mater, tatar, smatter, hatter, matter, platter, atar, attar, satyr, batter, and 26 more.
How many syllables does pitter-patter have?
Pitter-patter has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with pitter-patter?
There are 36 words that rhyme with pitter-patter: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pitter-patter in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pitter-patter in songwriting are mater, tatar, smatter. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with pitter-patter?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pitter-patter include mater, tatar, smatter, hatter, matter. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: mater, tatar; 1-syllable: regatta, bespatter; 2-syllable: antimatter, paramatta. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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