Mansi (Noun)
Meaning 1
A member of a nomadic people of the northern Urals.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Mansi were traditionally skilled hunters and fishermen, living off the land in the harsh northern Urals.
- A Mansi family would often travel long distances in search of food and shelter, following the seasons and the migrations of the animals they hunted.
- The Mansi language is a member of the Ugric branch of the Finno-Ugric language family, and is still spoken by some Mansi people today.
- In the 19th century, many Mansi were forced to adopt Russian customs and language, leading to a decline in their traditional way of life.
- The Mansi people have a rich cultural heritage, with a strong tradition of storytelling, music, and handicrafts.