Metis

usgb/meɪˈtiːz/
noun

A person of combined European and indigenous American ancestry.

The Metis are a recognized aboriginal people in Canada.
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Often appears as...

  • metis people
  • metis culture
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Cultural Identity

Refers specifically to someone with both European and indigenous American roots.

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Rachel identifies as Metis, embracing both her European and Cree heritage.
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Unique Canadian

Mostly used in Canada to describe a distinct cultural group recognized by the government.

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The Metis culture is celebrated during the National Indigenous Peoples Day.
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Pronunciation

Pronounced 'meh-tee'. Avoid saying it as 'me-tis', which is incorrect.

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She corrected him gently, 'It's pronounced meh-tee, not me-tis.'
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