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!
Craw
-crop of a bird
Black Country usage in the phrase 'sticks in my craw'.
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Oss
-To try / attempt / dare
Black Country term meaning to try, attempt, or dare.
Goo
-go
Black Country pronunciation of 'go'.
Joobus
-suspicious
Black Country term for suspicious or dubious.
Yed
-Head
A Black Country slang term for the word head.
Clane
-Clean
Black Country pronunciation of 'clean'.
Wooly
-Will you?
Black Country contraction for 'will you?'.
Tewthree
-A few / Two or three
Black Country term for 'a few' (literally two-three).
Kay-li
-Sherbet powder
A Black Country term to describe Sherbet powder.