Groenlandse

Groenlandse is a Dutch term used to refer to Greenland-related matters. It functions as an adjective describing things connected with Groenland (the Arctic territory and island), and in some contexts as a demonym for Greenlanders. The common demonym in Dutch for a person from Groenland is Groenlander; Groenlandse is typically used to modify a noun, as in Groenlandse taal (the Greenlandic language) or Groenlandse kunst (Greenlandic art).

Geography and governance: Groenland is the world's largest island, located between the Arctic and Atlantic oceans. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. The population is predominantly Inuit, and Nuuk is the capital and largest city. The Greenlandic government handles most domestic affairs under self-government; Denmark retains responsibility for defense and foreign policy.

Language and culture: The official language is Greenlandic (Kalaallisut); Danish is also widely used. There are several Greenlandic dialects. Greenlandic culture includes traditional hunting, crafts and music, alongside a growing contemporary arts scene.

History and status: Inhabited for millennia by Inuit peoples, Groenland was also briefly settled by Norse explorers. It became a Danish colony, gained home rule in 1979, and extended self-government in 2009.