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!
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
E
-He
A black country slang term that is used in place of he pronoun he.
Oldun
-Old
A Black Country slang term to describe something of age.
Yaup
-To shout / Yelp / Yap / Complain loudly
Black Country term for shouting, yelping, or complaining.
Kay
-Key
A Black Country slang term for a key.
Keckle
-Cackle / a type of laugh
Black Country term for a cackling laugh.
Cocka
-Friend
Black Country term of address, like 'mate' or 'friend'.
Trapes
-To walk about aimlessly or wearily / To gad about
Black Country term for walking aimlessly or gadding about.
Othisnin
-This way / In this manner
Black Country term for 'this way' or 'in this manner'.
Snap
-Food / Packed lunch (especially for miners/workers)
Black Country term for food or a packed lunch.