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!
Ess’ole
-Fireplace
Shova anothe log in the ess'old
Clarnet
-Idiot or fool
Black Country insult meaning idiot or fool.
Unkyoothe
-Uncouth / Strange / Unfamiliar / Awkward
Black Country pronunciation of 'uncouth', meaning strange or awkward.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Gammy
-Lame
A word used to describe something that is lame in terms of functionality.
Bobhowler
-moth
A Black Country slang term for an moth.
Donnie
-Hand
Dock
-To stop
Opple
-Apple
Black Country pronunciation of 'apple'.
Catlick
-hasty wash
Black Country term for a quick, superficial wash.