Pronunciation: [fˈɪnɪk] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "Finnic" can be a bit confusing. The word refers to a group of Uralic languages spoken by the Finno-Ugric peoples, such as Finnish and Estonian. The "F" at the beginning is pronounced as /f/, followed by the double consonant "nn" pronounced as /nː/. The vowel "i" is pronounced as /ɪ/ and the final consonant "c" is pronounced as /k/. So, the IPA phonetic transcription of "Finnic" would be /ˈfɪn.ɪk/.
Finnic is an adjective that refers to a linguistic and ethnic group within the Uralic family of languages. It pertains to the Finno-Ugric branch, a large language family that encompasses various related languages spoken primarily in northern and eastern Europe, including Finland, parts of Sweden and Norway, Estonia, northern Russia, and certain regions of Hungary.
Linguistically, Finnic languages are characterized by their common origin in the Finno-Ugric protolanguage, as well as their shared grammatical features, vocabulary, and phonetics. The major Finnic languages include Finnish, spoken primarily in Finland; Estonian, spoken in Estonia; Karelian, spoken in northwestern Russia; and a few others. These languages have distinct dialects and variations but can be grouped by their shared linguistic characteristics.
Furthermore, Finnic can also refer to the ethnic and cultural group associated with the Finnic languages. Finnic people are those who identify with the Finno-Ugric linguistic heritage and its related cultural practices. They typically have shared historical and cultural experiences, including common folklore, traditions, and historical ties.
In summary, Finnic pertains to both the Finnic linguistic family, which includes various related languages, and the associated ethnic and cultural group of people who identify with those languages.
The word "Finnic" is derived from the name of the Finnic people, who are ethnic groups that inhabit the northern parts of Europe, predominantly Finland, Estonia, and parts of Russia. The etymology of the word "Finnic" can be traced back to the Proto-Finnic word "finŋe" or "penni", which means "Finn" or "a northern inhabitant".
