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!
Ganzy
-guernsey
Black Country term for a jumper or pullover.
Zad
-the letter Z
the letter Z
Frit
-frightened
Black Country word for frightened or scared.
Coddin
-joking, kidding, eg "Goo on, yum coddin me"
Black Country term for joking or kidding.
Clobber
-clothes or to hit someone
Black Country slang for clothes or to hit someone.
Othatnin
-That way / In that manner
Black Country term for 'that way' or 'in that manner'.
Sharra
-Charabanc / Coach
Black Country term for a charabanc or coach.
Yaup
-To shout / Yelp / Yap / Complain loudly
Black Country term for shouting, yelping, or complaining.
Scrumpin
-Stealing fruit (especially apples) from orchards
Black Country term for stealing fruit.
Cost
-can you
Black Country way of saying 'can you?' or 'cannot'.