staccato

The staccato sound of gunfire echoed through the empty streets.

(Chinese) 断断续续的枪声在空旷的街道上回荡。

The secretary typed with a quick, staccato rhythm that could be heard down the hall.

(Chinese) 秘书打字时发出急促而断续的节奏声，在走廊尽头都能听到。