Amerindians, also known as Native Americans, are the indigenous people of the Americas. There are many synonyms for the word "Amerindians," including Aboriginals, Indigenous Peoples, Natives, First Nations, and Tribal People. The term "Aboriginals" is often used to refer to the indigenous people of Canada, while "Indigenous Peoples" is a more inclusive term for all native groups around the world. "Natives" is a general term that can refer to both indigenous and non-indigenous people who are born in a particular place. "First Nations" is a term used specifically for the indigenous people of Canada who are not Inuit or Metis. "Tribal People" is a broad term used to describe people who are part of a group that shares a common culture, language, and territory.