Cadorino, a dialect of Ladin,[2] is the language of Cadore, at the feet of the Dolomites in the province of Belluno.

It is distinct from neighboring dialects,[3] and though it has received relatively little attention, it is important to an understanding of the linguistic history of northern Italy.

Toponyms show a strong Celtic presence.

[4] Over the centuries (Modern) Venetian has expanded into the Cadorino area.

[5][11] Thanks to legislation on the recognition of historical linguistic minorities (Law 482/1999), Cadore is recognized by the province of Belluno along with the dialects of Comelico, Agordino, the high valley of Cordevole, and the Val di Zoldo.