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!
Franzy
-irritable
Black Country term for being irritable or peevish.
Gob
-to spit, or the mouth itself.
Black Country slang for mouth, or the act of spitting.
Dare-cent
-dare not
Black Country way of saying 'dare not' or 'daren't'.
Coot
-Coat
A common Black Country word used in place of coat
Waggin
-truant
A Black Country slang term for an truant.
Saft
-Soft / Silly / Foolish
Black Country pronunciation of 'soft', often meaning silly or foolish.
Wik
-Week (variant of Wick)
Black Country pronunciation of 'week' (variant).
Oliffer
-A type of mechanical hammer / Oliver hammer
Black Country term for an Oliver hammer.
Chunter
-grumble
Black Country term for grumbling quietly.
Puk
-To be sick / Vomit
Black Country slang for vomiting.