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!
Wench
-Girl
A common Black Country slang term for an girl.
Ooman
-Woman
Black Country pronunciation of 'woman'.
Swaits
-Spills / Splashes (of liquid)
Black Country term for spills or splashes.
Steen
-Earthenware pot / Jar
Black Country term for an earthenware pot or jar.
Tekin
-Taking
A Black Country slang word used in place of taking
Jeth
-Death
A Black Country term used in place of Death.
Tek
-Take
Black Country pronunciation of 'take'.
Lamp
-To hit or thrash
Black Country slang meaning to hit or thrash someone.
Cut
-Canal
A Black Country slang word for Canal.
Lather
-Ladder
Black Country pronunciation of 'ladder'.