The consensus, however, is that whenever possible, Native people prefer to be called by their specific tribal name. In the United States, Native American has been widely used but is falling out of favor with some groups, and the terms American Indian or indigenous American are preferred by many Native people.The consensus, however, is that whenever possible, Native people prefer to be called by their specific tribal name. In the United States, Native American has been widely used but is falling out of favor with some groups, and the terms American Indian or indigenous American are preferred by many Native people.

What should I call a Native American?

“Native American,” “American Indian,” and “Indigenous people” are all acceptable terms.

What is the politically correct term for natives?

In the United States, the term “Native American” is in common usage to describe Aboriginal peoples. In Canada, the term “Aboriginal” or “Indigenous” is generally preferred to “Native.” Some may feel that “native” has a negative connotation and is outdated.

Is it okay to say American Indian?

What is the correct terminology: American Indian, Indian, Native American, or Native? All of these terms are acceptable. The consensus, however, is that whenever possible, Native people prefer to be called by their specific tribal name.

Why are Inuit not considered First Nations?

Inuit is the contemporary term for Eskimo. First Nation is the contemporary term for Indian. Inuit are Aboriginal or First Peoples, but are not First Nations, because First Nations are Indians. Inuit are not Indians.

Is it better to say Aboriginal or Indigenous?

If you can, try using the persons clan or tribe name. And if you are talking about both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, its best to say either Indigenous Australians or Indigenous people. Without a capital “a”, “aboriginal” can refer to an Indigenous person from anywhere in the world.