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!
Cork-aiver
-a good punch
Black Country terms for a hard punch or blow.
Thaten
-That one
Black Country term for 'that one'.
Gawp
-open mouthed
To stare openly, often with mouth open.
Fittle
-food
Black Country word for food or a meal.
Ooer
-Over
Black Country pronunciation of 'over'.
Chooky Egg
-Egg
Black Country term for a chicken's egg.
Sate
-Seat
Black Country pronunciation of 'seat'.
Spuggies
-Sparrows
Black Country term for sparrows.
Scrumpin
-Stealing fruit (especially apples) from orchards
Black Country term for stealing fruit.
Madden
-Wild
A Black Country slang word used in place of Wild