When referring to the inhabitants or culture of Nordic countries such as Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, the term Nordics is commonly used. However, there are several synonyms to describe these Nordic people, including Scandinavians, Nordic people, and simply, Northmen. The term Scandinavians is used to describe people within the three Scandinavian countries, which are Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The wider term of Nordic people also includes people from Finland, Iceland, and other areas that share similar cultural and geographic characteristics. Finally, Northmen was a historical term used to describe Norse seafarers and warriors from Scandinavia, who were known for their exploration and raiding.