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!
Croddle
-huddle together
Black Country term for huddling together.
Steen
-Earthenware pot / Jar
Black Country term for an earthenware pot or jar.
Backerds
-Backwards
A Black Country term to describe something that is backwards.
Day
-Did not
Ganzy
-guernsey
Black Country term for a jumper or pullover.
Clack
-uvula
Black Country slang, possibly for uvula or just 'mouth/talk'.
Ode
-Hold
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold'.
Jiffy
-A brief moment
A Black Country term to describe a brief moment in time.
Scrumpin
-Stealing fruit (especially apples) from orchards
Black Country term for stealing fruit.
Soople
-Supple / Flexible
Black Country pronunciation of 'supple'.