ladino

Ladin

adjective lah-DEE-noh Rare

Origin: From Latin Latinus, via Rhaeto-Romance.

Usage Note

Ladino refers to the Ladin language and culture of the Dolomites (South Tyrol/Trentino); it can function as a noun (il ladino, 'the Ladin language') or adjective. Do not confuse with Judeo-Spanish, also called Ladino in English contexts.

Examples

"La cultura ladina è ricca di tradizioni alpine."

Natural Translation

Ladin culture is rich in Alpine traditions.

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