kipittää

Kipittää is a Finnish verb that describes a light, quick, and often somewhat unsteady gait. It implies moving with short, rapid steps, often associated with small animals or children. The word evokes a sense of hurriedness but not necessarily a frantic rush.

When an animal, such as a squirrel or a small bird, is described as "kipittää", it suggests a scurrying or darting movement. Similarly, if a child is said to "kipittää", it implies they are running with small, energetic steps, perhaps excitedly. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe a quick, light manner of walking or moving in general.

The sound associated with "kipittää" is also implied, often a light pattering or tapping. It's a word that conveys a sense of agility and a lack of heavy, deliberate movement. The overall impression is one of rapid, almost playful locomotion.