Mordovias

Mordovias is a term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily concerning the Mordvin people and the region they inhabit. The Mordvin people are a Finno-Ugric ethnic group indigenous to Russia. They are typically divided into two main subgroups: the Moksha and the Erzya, who speak distinct but related languages. Historically, the Mordvins have lived in the Volga-Vyatka interfluve.

The term Mordovia can also refer to the Republic of Mordovia, a federal subject of Russia. This republic is located in the Volga Federal District and has Saransk as its capital. Mordovia is characterized by a landscape of rolling hills and forests, with the Moksha and Alatyr rivers flowing through it. The economy of the republic is diverse, with significant industrial and agricultural sectors. Historically, the region has been a crossroads of different cultures and influences.

The Mordvin language, or Mordvinic, is a Uralic language spoken by the Mordvin people. It is further divided into Moksha and Erzya, with some scholars also recognizing Meadow Mari as a third dialect or language. The languages are recognized as official languages within the Republic of Mordovia, alongside Russian. Efforts are made to preserve and promote these languages and the cultural heritage of the Mordvin people. The term Mordovias, while less common, likely encompasses these linguistic and regional aspects.