patroonige

Patroonige is a Dutch adjective used to describe objects or appearances that display a distinct pattern or repeating motif. The term is derived from patroon, meaning pattern or motif, with the adjectival suffix -ig, producing patroonig. In practice, patroonige describes surfaces, textures, or forms that reveal regular or recognizable designs.

Historically the word has appeared mainly in descriptive or critical texts about art, design, textiles, ceramics, tiling, and other decorative arts. In botany or natural history, it can be used to characterize the patterning of leaves, petals, or animal markings that follow a regular arrangement. In architecture or interior design, it may refer to patterned surfaces such as wallpaper, floor tiling, or decorative friezes.

In modern Dutch, patroonige is not common in everyday speech. More frequent alternatives include patroonachtig (pattern-like) or simply met een patroon (with a pattern). The term remains of interest to scholars, historians of design, or readers of older literature.

See also: patroon, patroonachtig.