What is another word for Paleo-American culture?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪlɪˌə͡ʊɐmˈɛɹɪkən kˈʌlt͡ʃə] (IPA) 
The Paleo-American culture is a term used to describe the indigenous peoples who populated North and South America before the arrival of the Europeans. There are various synonyms to describe this culture, including Pre-Columbian, Indigenous American, Native American, Aboriginal, and Amerindian. Each of these terms emphasizes a different aspect of these ancient peoples; Pre-Columbian highlights the pre-European contact period, Indigenous American emphasizes their belonging to the American continent, Native American focuses on their status as the first inhabitants of the continent, Aboriginal highlights their connection to the land, and Amerindian is a portmanteau of the words American and Indian. Whatever synonym we use, it is important to acknowledge the rich heritage and history of these cultures.
