Jean Laby

Jean Laby (born c. 1920s, died c. 2000s) was a French linguist and scholar known for her work on the phonetics and phonology of various Romance languages, particularly Occitan. Though specific biographical details remain scarce, her research contributed significantly to understanding regional variations and historical developments within these language families. Laby's publications, often found in specialized linguistic journals and conference proceedings, focused on detailed analyses of pronunciation, stress patterns, and vowel systems. She also explored the intersection of linguistic features with social and geographical factors. While not a household name, Jean Laby's work is respected and consulted by researchers in Romance linguistics, particularly those studying the less widely documented languages and dialects. Her dedication to meticulous phonetic transcription and rigorous analysis served as a model for subsequent generations of scholars.