picchiettio — meaning in English

English meaning

• crack verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
• patter noun A quick series of light, repeated sounds, like rain hitting a roof or feet running on pavement.

Senses

picchiettio is used for these senses in English:

• crack (onomatopoeia) Any sharp sound.
• patter A soft repeated sound, as of rain falling, or feet walking on a hard surface.
• pitter-patter A soft, percussive sound, as of tiny feet, or of rain on a rooftop; patter.

crack — full definition

1. verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
2. verb To solve a difficult problem or figure something out.
3. verb To break down or give in under pressure, especially during questioning or stress.
4. verb To make a joke.
5. noun A thin line or split in a surface.

patter — full definition

1. noun A quick series of light, repeated sounds, like rain hitting a roof or feet running on pavement.
2. noun Fast, smooth talk, especially the kind used by salespeople, comedians, or auctioneers.
3. verb To make a series of quick, light tapping sounds.

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