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<div>{{short description|Writer of Mizo literature, India}}<br />
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{{Mizo name|Laldailova}}<br />
{{Infobox person<br />
| name = J. F. Laldailova<br />
| birth_date = 1925<br />
| birth_place =Tlangnuam, [[Aizawl]] [[Mizoram]], India<br />
| death_date = 1979<br />
| death_place =Tlangnuam, [[Aizawl]] <br />
| occupation = Academic<br>Writer<br />
| known_for = [[Mizo literature]]<br />
| spouse =Margaret Thangzawni(m 1952-1970)<br />
| children ={{flatlist|<br />
*Jacob Thangchuanga<br />
*Henry Hunthara<br />
*Bernadet Lalthangpuii<br />
*Lalthangzaui<br />
*John Francis Thangrimawia<br />
*Peter Lalthangkima<br />
*C Zohmangaiha<br />
}}<br />
| parents =Peter Thangphunga Agnes Saichhungi<br />
}}<br />
'''J. F. Laldailova''' or Joseph Francis Laldailova (1925-1979) was a writer of [[Mizo literature]]. He joined [[Saint Placid's High School]] in [[Chittagong]] in 1935. He later joined the [[Indian Air Force]] as a bandmaster.<ref>{{cite web |title=I Hriat Ngai Loh JF-a Chu (The JF you never knew) |url=https://mizoarchive.wordpress.com/2016/09/18/i-hriat-ngai-loh-jf-a-chu-the-jf-you-never-knew/ |website=Mizo Archive |date=18 September 2016 |accessdate=3 January 2019}}</ref> Revered as [[Mizo people|Mizo]] [[William Shakespeare]], JF Laldailova was known for his extensive knowledge of [[Mizo literature]] and for his exceptional command of [[English language|English]] and the [[Mizo language]].<ref>{{cite web |title=JF Laldailova hming a dai lo |url=http://zozamweeklynews.blogspot.com/2010/06/jf-laldailova-hming-dai-lo.html |website=Zozam Weekly |date=14 June 2010 |accessdate=3 January 2019}}</ref> He is best remembered for his English to Mizo dictionary,<ref>{{cite web |title=8. J.F.LALDAILOVA |url=https://nunkhua.weebly.com/hlakungpui-luahtute.html |website=Nunkhua |accessdate=3 January 2019}}</ref> and also for his translation works, literary criticism and being the editor of a literary magazine.<ref>{{cite web |title=JF Laldailova (1925 – 1979) |url=http://lengpuiair.blogspot.com/2013/07/jf-laldailova-1925-1979_65.html |website=Lengpuiair |date=4 July 2013 |accessdate=3 January 2019}}</ref><br />
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== Digital Adaptation ==<br />
In 2014, a mobile application titled '''JF Dictionary''' was launched, offering a digital version of J. F. Laldailova's ''English-Lushai Dictionary''. Developed by Lalsangpuia Ralte, the app provides users with a lightweight, offline-accessible resource for English-Mizo translations. Features include fast search capabilities, audio pronunciation for English entries, and a user-friendly interface. The application is available on the Google Play Store.<ref>{{cite web |title=JF Dictionary – Apps on Google Play |url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jf.dictionary |website=Google Play}}</ref><br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[Mizo literature]]<br />
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[[Category:1925 births]]<br />
[[Category:1979 deaths]]<br />
[[Category:Scholars from Mizoram]]<br />
[[Category:Mizo people]]<br />
[[Category:Indian male writers]]<br />
[[Category:Writers from Mizoram]]<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [https://www.jfdictionary.com https://www.jfdictionary.com – Unofficial fan-made website]<br />
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