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!
Cantin
-gossip
Black Country word for gossiping.
Weege
-Wedge
Black Country pronunciation of 'wedge'.
Ommer
-Hammer
Black Country pronunciation of 'hammer'.
Scrumpin
-Stealing fruit (especially apples) from orchards
Black Country term for stealing fruit.
Fairther
-father
Black Country pronunciation of 'father'.
Ode
-Hold
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold'.
Jiffy
-A brief moment
A Black Country term to describe a brief moment in time.
Dishle
-cup of tea
Black Country slang for a cup of tea.
Caghanded
-Left-handed
Black Country slang for left-handed.
Airk
-Ache
A Black Country term to describe an ache