Black Country Slang & Black Country Dialect.
Ever wondered what that Black Country phrase meant? You've found the right place! Our website is dedicated to demystifying the unique Black Country slang and dialect. We provide a comprehensive glossary featuring hundreds of words, common sayings, and their translations, making it easy to learn and understand the language of areas like Wolverhampton, Dudley, and Walsall. Explore definitions, discover the origins of terms, and connect with the rich culture of the Black Country through its distinctive dialect. Start exploring our Black Country words database now!
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Fairks
-Cigarettes
Black Country slang for cigarettes.
Spockle
-Speckle
Black Country pronunciation of 'speckle'.
Ockerd
-Awkward
Black Country pronunciation of 'awkward'.
Chawl
-Pork
Black Country word for pork.
Gamp
-Umbrella
Slang term for an umbrella.
Woa
-Wall
Black Country pronunciation of 'wall'.
Sharra
-Charabanc / Coach
Black Country term for a charabanc or coach.
Clemmed
-Hungry
Black Country term for being very hungry or starving.
Spajacks
-Sparrows (variant of Spuggies)
Black Country term for sparrows (variant).