The term 'Slovaks' refers to the people of Slovakia, a Central European country located between the Czech Republic and Austria. The term is derived from the Slavic ethnic group, which is the largest ethnic group in Slovakia. The Slavs are an Indo-European people who migrated to the region in the 6th century. They are known for their distinct culture, language, and customs. Slovaks are predominantly Roman Catholic and speak Slovak, a West Slavic language.