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!
Yow
-You
Black Country pronunciation of 'you'.
Frit
-frightened
Black Country word for frightened or scared.
Yawl
-You all / Yell / Shout
Black Country term for 'you all' or to yell/shout.
Gaffer
-manager
A Black Country slang term manager or employer.
Ote
-Hold (variant of Ode)
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold' (variant).
Doe
-Do Not
A word that is used in place of Do Not in the Black Country
Duck
-evade
To evade or dodge something. Also a term of endearment.
Yampey
-Foolish / Crazy / Daft / Eccentric
Black Country term for foolish, crazy, or eccentric.
Pisey
-Miserable / Whining / Irritable
Black Country term for miserable, whining, or irritable.
Tranklements
-Belongings / Trinkets / Odds and ends / Paraphernalia
Black Country term for belongings, trinkets, or odds and ends.