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!

Black Country Slang

Dollop

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Scoop

A lump or scoop of something soft.

Desay

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dare say

Black Country pronunciation of 'dare say'.

Weege

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Wedge

Black Country pronunciation of 'wedge'.

Ockerd

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Awkward

Black Country pronunciation of 'awkward'.

Purler

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A heavy fall / Something excellent

Black Country term for a heavy fall or something excellent.

Cuckoo

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Sweetie

Black Country affectionate term, like 'sweetie'.

Cag-mag

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Bad or rotting meat

Black Country term for bad or rotting meat.

Clane

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Clean

Black Country pronunciation of 'clean'.

Tittle

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To tickle / A small amount / Gossip

Black Country term for tickling, a small amount, or gossip.

Spottle

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Spittle / To spit / A small spot

Black Country term for spittle, to spit, or a small spot.