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!
Oldun
-Old
A Black Country slang term to describe something of age.
Croddle
-huddle together
Black Country term for huddling together.
Babby
-Baby
A Black Country term to describe a child.
Fizzog
-the face
Black Country slang for the face.
Frit
-frightened
Black Country word for frightened or scared.
Ood
-Wood / Would
Black Country pronunciation of 'wood' or 'would'.
Owt
-Out
A Black Country term used in place of out in the English dialect
Rennin
-Raining
Ketch
-Catch
Black Country pronunciation of 'catch'.
Cockaver
-a smack
Black Country word for a smack or hit.