strookje

Strookje is a Dutch noun meaning a small stripe or narrow band. It is the diminutive form of strook, which refers to a stripe, belt, or seam. The term is widely used in everyday language to describe any slender, elongated area that differs in color or texture from its surroundings.

Typical uses include textiles and clothing: a strookje can describe a decorative stripe on fabric, a trim along an edge, or a small label strip sewn into a garment. In graphic design and publishing, strookje can refer to a small horizontal or vertical strip used to separate sections, highlight a heading, or convey a color block in an image. In maps, diagrams, or signage, strookjes can denote slim bands indicating boundaries, categories, or emphasis, though the exact meaning depends on context and industry standards.

The meaning remains general, with the common thread being a narrow, elongated feature. The term is primarily used in Dutch and may appear in descriptions of textiles, design, and everyday objects that display visible stripes. While closely related to the broader word strook, the diminutive strookje emphasizes smallness and inconspicuous size.

See also: strook, stripe, ribbon, trim.