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!
Fairther
-father
Black Country pronunciation of 'father'.
Swelth
-Swelling
Black Country term for a swelling.
Doe
-Do Not
A word that is used in place of Do Not in the Black Country
Airk
-Ache
A Black Country term to describe an ache
Gawby
-A simpleton
Black Country term for a fool or simpleton.
Pisey
-Miserable / Whining / Irritable
Black Country term for miserable, whining, or irritable.
Fettle
-excellent condition
Good condition, health, or order.
Ode
-Hold
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold'.
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Swaits
-Spills / Splashes (of liquid)
Black Country term for spills or splashes.