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!
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-To resemble (a parent or relative)
Black Country phrase meaning to resemble.
Ond
-Hand
Black Country pronunciation of 'hand'.
Spuggies
-Sparrows
Black Country term for sparrows.
Sad
-Heavy / Dense (of bread or cake)
Black Country term for heavy or dense (bread/cake).
Spake
-Spoke (past tense of speak)
Black Country past tense of 'speak'.
Volve
-valve
Bonk
-Hill
A common Black Country slang term for a bank.
Ooman
-Woman
Black Country pronunciation of 'woman'.
Oss
-To try / attempt / dare
Black Country term meaning to try, attempt, or dare.
Yaup
-To shout / Yelp / Yap / Complain loudly
Black Country term for shouting, yelping, or complaining.