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!
Coddin
-joking, kidding, eg "Goo on, yum coddin me"
Black Country term for joking or kidding.
Ow bist
-How are you?
Classic Black Country greeting meaning 'How are you?'.
Scrawmp
-To scratch or scrape
Black Country term for scratching or scraping.
Cog-nocker
-Thick Sandwich (variation on Noggin)
Black Country term for a thick sandwich.
Nuss
-Nurse
A Black Country Term for the work nurse
Cort
-Cannot
Tay
-Tea
A Black Country slang word for A cup of English tea.
Snidge
-Nudge / A small piece / A bit
Black Country term for a nudge or a small piece.
Bai
-Am not
A Black Country slang term for am not.
Yed
-Head
A Black Country slang term for the word head.