Inuit
Inuit
Inuit (pronounced /ˈɪnjuɪt/ or /ˈɪnuɪt/) are a group of culturally similar indigenous peoples inhabiting the Arctic regions of Greenland, Canada, and Alaska. The Inuit languages are part of the Eskimo-Aleut language family.
Etymology
The word "Inuit" means "the people" in the Inuktitut language. It is a plural noun; the singular is "Inuk". The term "Inuit" has been adopted by the United Nations and is recognized by many international bodies.
Related Terms
- Eskimo: A term used to refer to the Inuit and Yupik people. However, it is considered derogatory by some Inuit people.
- Inuktitut: The language of the Inuit people.
- Igloo: A type of shelter built of snow, traditionally used by the Inuit.
- Kayak: A type of canoe traditionally used by the Inuit for hunting.
- Nunavut: A territory in northern Canada, home to many Inuit people.
- Yupik: A group of indigenous peoples, related to the Inuit, who live in western Alaska and eastern Russia.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inuit
- Wikipedia's article - Inuit
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