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!
Tacky-bonk
-Pit bank / Spoil heap / Slag heap
Black Country term for a pit bank or spoil heap.
Volve
-valve
Cort
-Cannot
Steen
-Earthenware pot / Jar
Black Country term for an earthenware pot or jar.
Gammitin
-playing the fool
Black Country term for messing about or playing the fool.
Trussen
-Trusting / Believing / Trust (noun)
Black Country term for trusting or trust.
Goo
-go
Black Country pronunciation of 'go'.
Chuffed
-Pleased
A Black Country slang term for an the word Pleased.
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Craw
-crop of a bird
Black Country usage in the phrase 'sticks in my craw'.