The term "Tungusic" refers to a group of languages spoken by the Tungusic peoples, primarily found in northeastern Asia, including regions of Siberia and Manchuria. These languages are part of the larger Altaic language family, which also includes Turkic and Mongolic languages. Tungusic languages are characterized by their agglutinative structure, meaning they often form words by stringing together various morphemes. Some well-known Tungusic languages include Evenki, Manchu, and Udege. The Tungusic peoples have a rich cultural heritage, traditionally engaging in activities like hunting, fishing, and reindeer herding.