J. F. Laldailova

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. Revered as Mizo William Shakespeare, JF Laldailova was known for his extensive knowledge of Mizo literature and for his exceptional command of English and the Mizo language. He is best remembered for his English to Mizo dictionary, and also for his translation works, literary criticism and being the editor of a literary magazine.

Digital Adaptation 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.